New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is one of the most talked-about young players in the NFL. Maye entered the league with high expectations and a major rookie contract that immediately boosted his financial profile. Celebrity Net Worth reveals that Maye’s net worth in 2026 is $12 million. The figure reflects his rookie contract, signing bonus, early endorsement deals, and previous name, image and likeness (NIL) earnings from his college days at North Carolina. As a starting quarterback for one of the league’s most historic franchises, his market value is expected to grow significantly over the next few seasons.

Drake Maye’s rookie contract details

Maye signed a four-year rookie contract worth about $36.6 million after being selected near the top of the draft. Like most top-three picks, the deal was fully guaranteed and included a signing bonus of approximately $23.47 million paid upfront. This bonus alone accounted for the majority of his early career earnings.For the 2025-2026 season, Maye earned around $9 million in total compensation. In 2026, his cap hit is projected to rise to nearly $10 million due to additional bonuses built into the deal. He is not expected to hit free agency until after the 2028 season, giving the Patriots long-term control over his rookie contract.

Career earnings and endorsement deals

Maye has made more than $24 million in his career, mostly because of his signing bonus. His base earnings are low compared to those of veteran quarterbacks, but the guaranteed structure of his deal makes sure that his money will keep growing.Maye has endorsement partnerships with major brands such as Nike, Lowe’s, Abercrombie, Procter & Gamble and Betterment. These deals, along with his college NIL earnings reportedly valued at around $1.2 million.He also takes part in charitable initiatives and financial literacy campaigns (including scholarship programmes and disaster relief donations).Despite earning millions early in his career, Maye has gained attention for maintaining a relatively modest lifestyle. Reports highlight that he still drives an older pickup truck from his high school days, reflecting advice from his family about staying financially responsible. His living arrangements during the NFL season remain largely private, with no major real estate purchases publicly confirmed so far.Maye’s financial situation could change a lot as his performance improves and contract talks get closer. If he becomes a franchise quarterback, a second contract could make him one of the richest NFL players.